Dizziness
can be caused by many different problems. The vestibular
portion of the inner ear is vital in the maintenance
of balance. Various diseases can effect the vestibular
system and cause dizziness. However, so can many non-inner
ear related problems. For example, the range of possibilities
include something as simple as dehydration to as complicated
as a brain tumor. The key to treatment is an accurate,
initial diagnosis. Our state of the art equipment helps
us diagnose inner ear problems.
Our VNG
(videonystagmography) tests allow us to check the vestibular
system of your inner ear. This is a non-invasive test.
Using hot and cold air in the ear canal, the vestibular
system can be stimulated. No messy electrodes are needed
as were in the older ENG (electronystagmography) test.
Instead, comfortable, lightweight goggles which house a
infrared camera, can be used.
Often
with inner ear dysfunction, visual disturbances
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